The Simplest Tomato Sauce Ever Marcella Hazan
Discover the magic of simplicity with Marcella Hazan's iconic "Simplest Tomato Sauce Ever." This minimalist Italian recipe celebrates the pure essence of just four ingredients: sweet, velvety canned whole peeled tomatoes, rich and creamy unsalted butter, a halved yellow onion for subtle depth, and a touch of salt to bring it all together. Requiring only five minutes of prep time, the sauce gently simmers for 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld into a luscious, vibrant marinara. With no need for chopping or additional spices, this effortless homemade tomato sauce is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over al dente pasta for a comforting, authentic Italian meal that proves less is truly more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 oz Canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 5 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
Peel the yellow onion and cut it in half.
In a medium-sized saucepan, add the canned whole peeled tomatoes, along with their juices.
Add the unsalted butter and the two halves of the peeled onion to the saucepan.
Sprinkle in the salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally, using the back of a wooden spoon to break up the tomatoes as they soften.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, if needed.
Remove the onion halves from the sauce and discard them.
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 155 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 3366 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1499 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
